ICE for Phoenix

Wimwian · 3rd June 2009, 15:06

Heard the GZ Radioactive series sub in Amey's car in Mumbai... and the carbon series components as well. Trust me, you can't go wrong with either. I suggest you buy used if cash is a constraint, but don't skimp on quality. Or better still, start saving up

Guess you still have some time before you'll be using Phoenix on a regular basis, so you can wait for a good deal.

abhinav.gupta88 · 3rd June 2009, 17:12

You might even try to source Infinity Kappa.
Have heard they are pretty good too.

or better, try to outsource luccents.
Really amazing compos.

razor4077 · 7th June 2009, 23:06

The Clarion DXZ785USB head unit has arrived. Looks very nice in the metal/plastic!

Here are some unboxing pics. Sadly, the HU will have to go back into the box and wait patiently for the ICE upgrade to happen. This isn't going to happen in a hurry - currently sourcing the different components of the setup.

The Box:

Scosche Factory Wiring Harness provided by Sonix Electronics free with the HU:

Unpacked!

The remote control:

RCA pre-outs (3 pairs), Aux-in, Steering wheel remote control lead:

Wiring harness:

HU keys, screws etc:

Owner's Manual, Warranty card, Installation Guide:

Front face-plate box:

Rear of the HU - antenna connector, USB cable:

Rear of the HU - ports:

The HU:

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frankmehta · 7th June 2009, 23:13

dude, even CLarion might not have taken so many photos of the 785; brilliant!!!
i have seen the 785 before, but for those who haven't, this is like the best set of photos ever!
i personally like the way it looks, man, dunno about everyone else!

abhinav.gupta88 · 7th June 2009, 23:59

Congrats Bro.
Excellent investment.
Decided on the sub section yet?

razor4077 · 8th June 2009, 00:20

Sub? No, not decided yet. Will get a demo of an IDQ V2 soon. Hope to listen to a GZ Radioactive too. It's a good thing I have time in hand - can listen to different subs (and compos too) and look for good deals.
And save up over time so I can afford them...lol!

abhinav.gupta88 · 8th June 2009, 00:23

Its nice that you are auditioning different stuff.
Even in you audition the IDQ V2, do check the availability as they have been discontinued.

panky12345 · 8th June 2009, 12:48

The pics (obviously the equipment as well) look brilliant.. even I'm considering clarion as an upgrade from Pio 7950, but the only thing that's holding me back is that clarion is 3 band EQ whereas pio is 7 band EQ. Any inputs?

abhibh · 8th June 2009, 13:49

Congrats razor. Nice investment.

Quote:

Originally Posted by panky12345

The pics (obviously the equipment as well) look brilliant.. even I'm considering clarion as an upgrade from Pio 7950, but the only thing that's holding me back is that clarion is 3 band EQ whereas pio is 7 band EQ. Any inputs?

Do you use EQ on 7905 ? or is it running FLAT ?

DerAlte · 8th June 2009, 13:50

Look at it slightly differently, @panky-ji, a Pio does not have TA, does it? Not at this price level at least. That would take care of better imaging.

Whether 3 or 7, EQ is best avoided if the rest of the chain (speakers, amp) is capable of giving the signature of your choice. If that is bad, no amount of EQ will help.

nitrous · 8th June 2009, 13:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by abhinav.gupta88

or better, try to outsource luccents.

Wow! Now how does one do this?

Quote:

Originally Posted by panky

clarion is 3 band EQ whereas pio is 7 band

More like two. There's treble and bass.
And then, there's this P.Eq mode that says sedan,truck,etc. I just don't get it.

panky12345 · 8th June 2009, 16:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by abhibh

Do you use EQ on 7905 ? or is it running FLAT ?

Its 7950

Flat generally, sometimes have to lower the treble! Never use the options like Super-bass/vocal etc.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DerAlte

Look at it slightly differently, @panky-ji, a Pio does not have TA, does it? Not at this price level at least. That would take care of better imaging.

Thats the sole reason to upgrade! Have easy access to US and dont think 140 $ is a big money.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nitrous

And then, there's this P.Eq mode that says sedan,truck,etc. I just don't get it.

May be factory presets!

pranava999 · 8th June 2009, 16:26

Hi Razor did you buy the HU online at Sonicelectronix and get it shipped to India directly? If so how much did it cost you including duties?

razor4077 · 8th June 2009, 17:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by pranava999

Hi Razor did you buy the HU online at Sonicelectronix and get it shipped to India directly? If so how much did it cost you including duties?

Yes, I bought it on Sonix, but it wasn't delivered to India. My uncle carried it back to India with him.

abhinav.gupta88 · 8th June 2009, 18:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by panky12345

Its 7950

Flat generally, sometimes have to lower the treble! Never use the options like Super-bass/vocal etc.

Since you need it to lower the treble only, and clarion does have the HIghs option, it might not be too bad.

Quote:

Originally Posted by panky12345

Thats the sole reason to upgrade! Have easy access to US and dont think 140 $ is a big money.

150$ to be exact. Plus some shipping ( maybe)

3rd June 2009, 15:06	#61
Wimwian BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 191 Thanked: 5 Times View My Garage	Heard the GZ Radioactive series sub in Amey's car in Mumbai... and the carbon series components as well. Trust me, you can't go wrong with either. I suggest you buy used if cash is a constraint, but don't skimp on quality. Or better still, start saving up Guess you still have some time before you'll be using Phoenix on a regular basis, so you can wait for a good deal.
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3rd June 2009, 17:12	#62
abhinav.gupta88 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Delhi , India Posts: 4,092 Thanked: 341 Times View My Garage	You might even try to source Infinity Kappa. Have heard they are pretty good too. or better, try to outsource luccents. Really amazing compos.
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7th June 2009, 23:06	#63
razor4077 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,882 Thanked: 299 Times View My Garage	Clarion HU! The Clarion DXZ785USB head unit has arrived. Looks very nice in the metal/plastic! Here are some unboxing pics. Sadly, the HU will have to go back into the box and wait patiently for the ICE upgrade to happen. This isn't going to happen in a hurry - currently sourcing the different components of the setup. The Box: Scosche Factory Wiring Harness provided by Sonix Electronics free with the HU: Unpacked! The remote control: RCA pre-outs (3 pairs), Aux-in, Steering wheel remote control lead: Wiring harness: HU keys, screws etc: Owner's Manual, Warranty card, Installation Guide: Front face-plate box: Rear of the HU - antenna connector, USB cable: Rear of the HU - ports: The HU:
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7th June 2009, 23:13	#64
frankmehta Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 3,651 Times View My Garage	dude, even CLarion might not have taken so many photos of the 785; brilliant!!! i have seen the 785 before, but for those who haven't, this is like the best set of photos ever! i personally like the way it looks, man, dunno about everyone else!
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7th June 2009, 23:59	#65
abhinav.gupta88 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Delhi , India Posts: 4,092 Thanked: 341 Times View My Garage	Congrats Bro. Excellent investment. Decided on the sub section yet?
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8th June 2009, 00:20	#66
razor4077 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,882 Thanked: 299 Times View My Garage	Sub? No, not decided yet. Will get a demo of an IDQ V2 soon. Hope to listen to a GZ Radioactive too. It's a good thing I have time in hand - can listen to different subs (and compos too) and look for good deals. And save up over time so I can afford them...lol!
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8th June 2009, 00:23	#67
abhinav.gupta88 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Delhi , India Posts: 4,092 Thanked: 341 Times View My Garage	Its nice that you are auditioning different stuff. Even in you audition the IDQ V2, do check the availability as they have been discontinued.
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8th June 2009, 12:48	#68
panky12345 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 2,697 Thanked: 171 Times	The pics (obviously the equipment as well) look brilliant.. even I'm considering clarion as an upgrade from Pio 7950, but the only thing that's holding me back is that clarion is 3 band EQ whereas pio is 7 band EQ. Any inputs?
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8th June 2009, 13:50	#70
DerAlte Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 8,069 Thanked: 2,919 Times	Look at it slightly differently, @panky-ji, a Pio does not have TA, does it? Not at this price level at least. That would take care of better imaging. Whether 3 or 7, EQ is best avoided if the rest of the chain (speakers, amp) is capable of giving the signature of your choice. If that is bad, no amount of EQ will help.
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8th June 2009, 16:26	#73
pranava999 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: BANGALORE Posts: 845 Thanked: 23 Times View My Garage	Hi Razor did you buy the HU online at Sonicelectronix and get it shipped to India directly? If so how much did it cost you including duties? Last edited by pranava999 : 8th June 2009 at 16:28.
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